The STEM Laboratory

JULY 2, 2023

Spring is just around the corner and my kiddos are itching to start planting seeds. Our little DIY sprout house made from sponges had my kids giddy with excitement. Combining engineering and science into one awesome project was a motivating way to learn about germination. It definitely brought a whole new meaning to the word “greenhouse”!

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JULY 2, 2023

—Aurora, IL Imagine being trapped in a dark room with a monster that controls you subconsciously. Imagine the hopelessness seeping into you as the monster takes over. This is how many people diagnosed with OCD feel, as their condition makes them feel trapped. Obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD) are a group of common mental health disorders affecting millions of people worldwide.

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The Trendy Science Teacher

JULY 2, 2023

Today, on the blog, I’m sharing one of my favorite teacher hacks and walking you through how to create an emergency sub binder! Note: This post contains affiliate links for Amazon. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. By purchasing an item on the Amazon site using these links, I will receive a small commission on your purchase.

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JULY 2, 2023

Mays Landing, NJ The number of chromosomes you are born with can affect how the course of your life takes place. Chromosomes contain the genetic information in cells. They are made up of protein and DNA, and typically there are 23 pairs of chromosomes within a cell. But in certain situations, an individual can be born with more or less than 23 pairs of chromosomes.

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Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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JULY 2, 2023

Sugarland, TX Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, otherwise known as ADHD, is a neurological disorder usually diagnosed in young children and is carried on into adulthood. People diagnosed with ADHD have trouble focusing, paying attention, and controlling impulsive behaviors. Symptoms are usually easier to determine in childhood. While children tend to have issues with focusing and behaving usually, people diagnosed with ADHD don’t grow out of these habits easily and can instead become mor

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JULY 2, 2023

Bangalore, India Autism, also known as ASD ( Autism Spectrum Disorder ), is a complex disorder that affects human development due to inherent differences in the brain. ASD causes difficulties in social communication and interaction, resulting in restricted and repetitive behavioral patterns. People with autism spectrum disorders may learn, move, and pay attention differently, which can make life difficult.

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JULY 2, 2023

Knoxville, TN It is common for different disabilities to be misunderstood by society. Not only does this undermine the people with disabilities, but it also spreads misinformation that can hinder the ability of people to become more acquainted with specific disabilities. One example of a commonly misunderstood disability is dyslexia. This learning disability impacts reading comprehension, spelling, writing, and fluency in reading.

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JULY 2, 2023

CINCINNATI, OH During the 2020 pandemic, TikTok was our primary source of escape and entertainment for many people, including teenagers like me. Since the TikTok algorithm for the "For you Page" feature provides videos based on your likes and interests, I could watch videos about people living with tourettes. TikTok has brought Tourette's into the spotlight, allowing users to share their experiences and educate others about the realities of living with this disorder.

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